Chairman ManHee Lee is the head representative of the global peace organization HWPL (Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light), which is striving for the enactment and implementation of the international peace law 'Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW)'. The DPCW is a legal instrument comprised of 10 articles and 38 clauses that can end wars and hostilities throughout the world. HWPL is also spreading a culture of peace and implementing peace education.
Chairman ManHee Lee experienced the cruelty and tragedy of war as a veteran of the Korean War. This is one of the reasons why he founded a global peace campaign as the head of HWPL. He has traveled the globe more than 35 times to meet and persuade politicians, legal experts, journalists, professors, peace activists, civil organization leaders, heads of tribes and others to unite them for the work of peace. The significant fruits borne out of his hard work are the World Alliance of Religions' Peace (WARP) Summit and HWPL Peace Committee. The DPCW was drafted and finalised by the HWPL Peace Committee.
How, you may wonder, do I know this? About 10 years ago, when I had just been discharged from military service, I came to know HWPL and Chairman ManHee Lee while researching the topic of civil conflicts to satisfy my curiosity in ongoing global issues. At that time, the island of Mindanao in the Philippines was suffering from a major civil conflict that lasted more than 40 years, and Chairman ManHee Lee and HWPL resolved this conflict through non-violent means.
Chairman Lee brought an end to the conflict in Mindanao by holding a peace talk between the warring Catholic and Islamic groups. Before thetalk, HWPL and Chairman ManHee Lee held a Peace Walk to spread the culture of peace in Mindanao with the many locals who had gathered out of a desire for peace.
Chairman ManHee Lee's pressing appeal today is that humanity unites for sustainable peace in order to pass on the legacy of peace to future generations worldwide. He doesn't just talk peace, but has worked tirelessly for it through practical peace campaigns for over a decade.
I decided to become a supporter of HWPL and Chairman ManHee Lee's peace initiatives because I also desire a world of peace for all posterity.
Today I'd like to introduce an article regarding HWPL's Peace Event in Côte d’Ivoire :)
HWPL Hosts Dialogue on Ethnic Diversity and Harmony in Korhogo, Côte d’Ivoire
A First Step Toward Ethnic Peace and Unity
On August 22, HWPL held “Dialogue on Ethnic Diversity and Harmony” in Korhogo, Côte d’Ivoire, aimed at ending ethnic conflicts and promoting respect for the diversity of various ethnic groups. Approximately 65 representatives from various sectors attended the event, including the mayor and deputy mayor of Korhogo, ethnic leaders, religious leaders, civil society organizations, youth and women’s groups, and media representatives.
Côte d’Ivoire was once a country where about 60 ethnic groups coexisted in harmony, but political and economic factors led to several ethnic conflicts, which led to a civil war and the tragic loss of the lives of many innocent citizens. The bigger problem is that even though the civil war has ended, deep tensions between ethnic groups remain, and conflict can break out again at any time.
To address this, HWPL has initiated the “Dialogue on Ethnic Diversity and Harmony” as a peace initiative to resolve ethnic conflicts and foster unity. This initiative is set to be expanded to various cities, including Bouaké, Yamoussoukro, and Bangolo, while working toward policy establishment by signing an MOU with the city government.
“Social harmony and peace are the most important elements, regardless of ethnic differences,” said Farassogo Coulibaly, the deputy mayor of Korhogo City. “We will actively support this peace initiative led by HWPL that promotes recognition of ethnic diversity and fosters unity at the municipal level.”
Ethnic leaders present at the event expressed their support, emphasizing that “the most crucial aspect of achieving peace is mutual recognition and respect.” They believe that the “Discourse on Ethnic Diversity and Harmony” will serve as an important opportunity to facilitate more dialogue and communication, ultimately resolving conflicts.
The mayor and deputy mayor of Korhogo have committed to signing an MOU with HWPL, and discussions on the relevant documents are currently underway. Cities that sign the MOU will recruit experts from various fields to form committees and engage in regular discussions to address urban issues.
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